Roosters v Bulldogs: Hall returns; Lui set for debut
Sydney Roosters head into Round 11 chasing an undefeated regular season after a dominant 56-6 win over the Cowboys in Townsville.
The minor premiers have won all 10 matches this season and continue to set the benchmark through ruthless defence, composure and attacking class across the park.
The Bulldogs, meanwhile, produced some enterprising footy in Round 10, despite falling 56-22 to the Knights. Canterbury crossed for five tries, but struggled to contain Newcastle's power game, particularly through the middle third.
While the Bulldogs have shown signs of attacking prowess throughout the season, containing Sydney's star-studded backline will be a significant challenge. The Roosters have consistently punished defensive lapses and remain the competition's most complete side.
For John Strange's side, Round 11 is about maintaining momentum and fine-tuning combinations ahead of the finals. For Canterbury, it's a chance to finish a challenging season with a statement performance against the classy Roosters.
Match: Roosters v Bulldogs
Round 11 -
home Team
Roosters
1st Position
away Team
Bulldogs
9th Position
Venue: Allianz Stadium, Sydney
Match broadcasters:
- WatchNRL
Team News
Roosters: Only one change to the Roosters side who powered to a strong win against the Cowboys last week, with the return of forward Amber Hall to the bench. Taneisha Gray, who scored her first NRLW try last week, reverts to the reserves.
Bulldogs: Coach Brayden Wiliame has made a few changes in his last game in charge of the club's NRLW team before Mark O’Meley takes over next season. Shanthie Lui comes in at fullback for her NRLW debut, with Andie Robinson to fill in for Ashley Quinlan (unavailable) at five-eighth. Other changes see Elizabeth McGregor come on to the wing, moving Bridget Hoy to the 18th player role. A shuffle in the forwards, with Angelina Teakaraanga-Katoa moving to lock, Alexis Tauaneai to prop, Leilani Wilson to the second row alongside Pauline Suli-Ruka, who is in for Tamika Jones.
Team Lists
Backs
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Fullback for Roosters is number 1 Corban BaxterFullback for Bulldogs is number 1 Shanthie Lui
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Winger for Roosters is number 2 Brydie ParkerWinger for Bulldogs is number 2 Simina Lokotui
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Centre for Roosters is number 3 Jessica SergisCentre for Bulldogs is number 3 Daynah Nankivell
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Centre for Roosters is number 4 Isabelle KellyCentre for Bulldogs is number 4 Monica Tagoai
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Winger for Roosters is number 5 Taina NaividiWinger for Bulldogs is number 5 Elizabeth MacGregor
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Five-Eighth for Roosters is number 6 Jocelyn KelleherFive-Eighth for Bulldogs is number 6 Andie Robinson
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Halfback for Roosters is number 7 Tarryn AikenHalfback for Bulldogs is number 7 Tayla Preston
Forwards
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Prop for Roosters is number 8 Millie ElliottProp for Bulldogs is number 8 Kalosipani Hopoate
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Hooker for Roosters is number 9 Keeley NizzaHooker for Bulldogs is number 9 Mary-Jane Taito
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Prop for Roosters is number 10 Otesa PuleProp for Bulldogs is number 10 Alexis Tauaneai
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2nd Row for Roosters is number 11 Sariah Paki2nd Row for Bulldogs is number 11 Leilani Wilson
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2nd Row for Roosters is number 12 Jasmin Strange2nd Row for Bulldogs is number 12 Pauline Suli-Ruka
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Lock for Roosters is number 13 Olivia KernickLock for Bulldogs is number 13 Angelina Teakaraanga-Katoa
Interchange
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Interchange for Roosters is number 14 Mia WoodInterchange for Bulldogs is number 14 Evelyn Roberts
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Interchange for Roosters is number 15 Aliyah NasioInterchange for Bulldogs is number 15 Latisha Smythe
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Interchange for Roosters is number 16 Rima ButlerInterchange for Bulldogs is number 16 Hope Millard
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Interchange for Roosters is number 17 Amber HallInterchange for Bulldogs is number 17 Ma’atuleio Fotu-Moala
Reserves
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Replacement for Roosters is number 18 Taneisha GrayReplacement for Bulldogs is number 18 Bridget Hoy
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Reserve for Roosters is number 19 Talea TongaReserve for Bulldogs is number 19 Moana Courtenay
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Reserve for Roosters is number 20 Shawden BurtonReserve for Bulldogs is number 20 Waimarie Martin
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Reserve for Roosters is number 21 Nikiah CampbellReserve for Bulldogs is number 21 Giovanna Suani
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Reserve for Roosters is number 22 Tatum BirdReserve for Bulldogs is number 22 Paea Uilou
Roosters Ins
- Nikiah Campbell
- Shawden Burton
- Talea Tonga
- Tatum Bird
Bulldogs Ins
- Elizabeth MacGregor
- Giovanna Suani
- Moana Courtenay
- Paea Uilou
- Shanthie Lui
- Waimarie Martin
Roosters Outs
Bulldogs Ins
- Ashleigh Quinlan
- Tamika Jones
Match Officials
- Senior Review Official: Matt Noyen
Last updated:
Stat Attack
- The Roosters have won 25 consecutive regular season games
- The Bulldogs have conceded 178 points in four consecutive losses
- Roosters centre Jess Sergis has scored 14 tries in 10 appearances this season
- Bulldogs winger Simina Lokotui has scored nine tries in her last six games
Stats supplied by David Middleton, League Information Services, author of the official annual of the NRL.
